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1976 280Z Restoration Project

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The reason for the fibreglas filler is that I wanted to ensure all weld points were sealed and waterproofed. After that, some welds were brutally done along with shoddy repairs to the quarter panel. I did not want to cut a new panel in so I am patching with fibreglas. The new products may be better than I remember, but I will do all the finish work with either a hi build spray filler or professional bondo.
Sample PO repairs:
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So I am happy with the final rough work on this quarter panel. Curve is close and the line is accurate. Leave the rest to final blocking and sanding!

 

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That looks really good.  I'm assuming you have some good long blocks for that line.  At this point you should put on a guide coat and see how things are coming.  It's hard to pick up detail with all the fill lines and general blotchiness. 

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The line is still there, it's just muted with the primer. I will redefine it in the hi build.

Terrific work.  You're turning the corner.  Think you'll be able to get it on the road this summer?

54 minutes ago, wheee! said:

Not a chance.... need about $20,000 in parts still!

Which parts?!  Are you going to have the motor built?

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Let me clarify.... about $10,000 in parts and another $10,000 in exchange and shipping. By the time I ship everything I need from the states it will be almost double! And the motor will only be refreshed, not built as I am sticking to stock power for now. Waiting for a better ecu solution before I ramp up the power.

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